Most people never actually think about their gums. They seem like such an insignificant part of your body that you only consider their presence when you brush or floss your teeth or during a dental exam. And even if you develop periodontal disease, you may not notice that they are infected – at least not until the issue has progressed to a critical point.
But those insignificant gums have been in the news a lot the last few years – suddenly they seem pretty important to your overall health. And when you consider that an estimated 200 million Americans have some type of gum disease, the issue begins to seem even more serious. That’s why the Burkburnett Family Dental team and Dr. Dustin Van Tassell pay such close attention to your gums at every visit. We know that catching gum disease early is the best way to make sure it can be easily treated before it puts your health at risk.